College of Health and Human Services

Admission Process

• BSN
• RN-BSN
• MSN, Graduate-Entry Master of Science in Nursing, Graduate Certificate, BSN-DNP,  MSN-DNP and DNP

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Admission Process:

1. Apply to The University of Toledo (admission ongoing)
2. Send official transcripts from all colleges to The University of Toledo
3. Register for classes after completing orientation
4. Apply to the upper division nursing major once prerequisite courses are complete, subject to nursing advisor approval

Upper Division Nursing Major Deadlines:

February 15 - May 15: Application period for B.S.N. Fall Entry
June 1 - September 15: Application period for B.S.N. Spring Entry

RN-BSN Admission Process:

1. Apply to The University of Toledo (admission ongoing)
2. Send official transcripts from all colleges to The University of Toledo

RN-BSN program Deadlines:

The RN-BSN application period is open year around.

 Graduate ADMISSION PROCESS :
MSN, Graduate-Entry Master of Science in Nursing, Graduate Certificate Applicants 

1. 1. Complete and submit a NursingCAS Application, including a personal statement (APA formatted), resume, and the email addresses of three references. Have all official transcripts sent directly from the instituitions attended to NursingCAS.
   2. Supplemental Application: An institutional fee and additional admissions related questions are required by The University of Toledo. Once the NursingCAS application is submitted, you will receive an email from "Graduate Online Application" with next steps to activate your University of Toledo Application Status Page. Once activated, you will find a link to pay the additional application fee, a link to the student conduct questions, and ultimately, your admission decision and letter. You do not need to create UToledo graduate application.
   3. Your application must be complete in order to be considered for admission: A completed application consists of a verified NursingCAS Application , the UToledo Graduates application fee, personal statement (APA formatted), resume, the email addresses of three referrences and completion of the student conduct questions. 

DNP program Applicants:

1. 1. 1. Applications are completed through https://www.utoledo.edu/graduate/apply/
      2. A complete application consists of a UToledo application, official transcripts, Graduate admission fee, personal statement (APA formatted), resume and three recommendations.
      3. An interview is required for DNP applicants
         *Applicants with a prior UToledo Degree will have then application fee waived. 

Graduate Program Deadlines

Summer Admission 2026:  Application Period (September 30 - December 30) FNP Graduate Certificate only

Fall Admission 2026: Application Period (January 1 - April 30)

• • DNP     
  • MSN
  • Graduate Certificate

Graduate Admission Requirements

Applications must be electronically submitted by the posted deadlines.

• Baccalaureate in nursing (BSN) from an accredited college/university that is accredited by a nationally recognized body for nursing education accreditation is required for BSN - DNP and MSN APRN only. 
• Baccalaureate degree (in any field other than nursing) from an accredited college/university is required for applicants to the Graduate-Entry MSN program. Pre-requisites:  Human Anatomy and Physiology (6 semester hours  - must earn a "B" or higher); Psychology (3 semester hours); Social Science Elective (3 semester hours).
• Master of Science in nursing (MSN) from an accredited college/university that is accredited by a nationally recognized body for nursing education accreditation is required for applicants to the MSN-DNP, or graduate certificate programs.
• 3.0 higher ed. GPA (unadjusted by grade deletion).
• Submission of official transcripts from all academic institutions.
• Personal statement:
  MSN and graduate certificate candidates

• • Career goals
  • Future plans for employment
  • Expectations for graduate study.

DNP candidates 

• • • Congruence of professional career goals with outcomes of the DNP program
    • Rationale to pursue DNP education
    • Description of abilities to achieve the outcomes of the program
    • Discussion of clinical area of interest
    • Identification of anticipated challenges in meeting the outcomes of the program and how these challenges will be met.
• Current resume or CV, listing current state and/or territory RN license number (RN license number not applicable for Graduate-Entry applicants).
• Applicants to the DNP, MSN APRN and graduate certificate program must hold unrestricted RN Licensure/Credentials for the state of Ohio and Michigan before the start of program  and maintain it for its duration. Clinicals for this program can only be completed in Michigan or Ohio. The University of Toledo School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and is a member of NC-SARA. Questions and/or complaints should be directed to the agency contact for the Ohio NC-SARA portal.
• Three recommendations completed by professional sources (Master in Nursing preferred).
• Completion of an undergraduate statistics course recommended.
• Computer competency that includes word processing skills and ability to communicate electronically.
• TOEFL* is required for international applicants. Find out more about this here. 
• Interview, if requested.
• Admission is competitive.
• Students are required to authorize The University of Toledo to obtain criminal record checks (i.e., BCII and FBI) and pass upon acceptance of admission. Applicants are responsible for fingerprinting expenses. Students must declare and document misdemeanor and/or felony offenses that occur prior to admission to the nursing program and/or during program progression. In compliance with Ohio Revised Code 4723-7 convictions will result in denial of admission to the program or dismissal after matriculation.

NursingCAS Application Process: (MSN & Graduate Certificates only)

Before you create an application through the Nursing Centralized Application Service (NursingCAS):

• Obtain student copies of your college transcripts to assist you in completing the course work section of the application.
  • NursingCAS offers two methods to request transcripts:
    1. Requesting Transcripts Electronically: If ordering an electronic transcript, select the electronic transcript vendor and follow the prompts. UToledo accepts transcripts from the following services: Credentials Solutions, Parchment, or National Student Clearinghouse. Since you cannot include the Transcript ID Form, you should include your full NursingCAS ID number when entering the NursingCAS mailing address. When using any of these services, select NursingCAS as the recipient. If you can't select NursingCAS and instead are asked for an email address, your transcript must be sent by mail. Do not send your transcript to the NursingCAS customer service email.
    2. Requesting Transcripts by Mail: If submitting a transcript via mail, click Download Transcript ID Form and print the form. You will need to contact the registrar at each institution you attended and provide them with the NursingCAS Transcript ID Form, along with any name changes, other personal information, your NursingCAS ID number, and any transcript fees required by the registrar. Your registrar should mail your paper transcripts to the following address:

NursingCAS Transcript Processing Center
PO Box 9201
Watertown, MA 02471

For more information on how to request your transcripts, please visit US and English-Canadian Transcripts - Liaison.

Complete the NursingCAS application here. Application must be electronically submitted by the posted deadline

• NursingCAS processing may take up to five weeks after your application, transcripts and payment is received.
• Submit your personal statement via the "Personal Statement" section of NursingCAS, title it "University of Toledo"
• Upload a copy of your current resume or CV in the "Document Upload" section of NursingCAS